Together with the perfect definition of suspension, weight distribution, centre of gravity and aerodynamic characteristics, the achievement of high body stiffness is fundamental to obtain optimal car dynamics and driving enjoyment even on long trips. 

For the Gallardo Lamborghini engineers have chosen to utilize the aluminium technology developed by AUDI, world leader in this field. The final solution results in a structural aluminium space frame, based on aluminium-extruded parts welded to aluminium cast joint elements. On this structural frame, the exterior aluminium body parts are mounted by differentiated systems (rivets or screws or welding) depending on the function of the part. Other external “hang-on” parts (such as the bumpers) 
are made of thermoplastic material and connected by bolts. 

Such a solution has achieved a very good torsion stiffness (over 23000Nm/°), with an optimal stiffness/weight ratio and also with excellent energy-absorption capabilities during the crash tests. 

The reduced space frame and body weight permit to achieve a total car “dry” weight of 1430 kgs (in spite of its 4WD). 

PASSIVE SAFETY

The Gallardo well exceeds all the European and North American safety standards. Just for example, driver’s and passenger’s “dual stage” front airbags (complying also with future “out of position requirements”), side “head-thorax” airbags and doors anti-intrusion bars are standard in all 
versions.